"This Business Of Music & Poetry Podcast" is all about how to make a real-world living from your creativity & passion. Hosted by Michael Amidei (author, poet, musician, & host of "World Poetry Open Mic", "The Michael Amidei Show") and Clifford Brooks (author, poet, founder of The Southern Collective Experience, and the host of "Dante's Old South" on NPR.)
…
continue reading
Whitney Archibald, a mother of five, is on a quest to find out how different moms connect with their kids and manage their homes. She collects ideas so can you take them home to your own family laboratory and experiment like a mad scientist.
…
continue reading
Have you ever reached a point in life where ALL THE ODDS were against you? Where you didn't think you could end up any lower yet somehow, cosmic infrastructure had other plans to get you down even further? But through determination, tenacity and strength you managed to pick yourself up, make it work and allow it to shape you? Then this podcast is for you! Unfiltered, honest and raw intrepidity all bundled into a casual chat. Whether it be unforeseen disabilities, hearing the "C" word or incu ...
…
continue reading
1
Turning DISASTER into DUNK MS with Blake Arnet
30:36
30:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:36
Sat, May 18th at UCLA's Pauley Pavilion In Partnership with UCLA Athletics & UCLA Health For more information on Dunk MS please visit- https://www.dunkms.com/ TO PURCHASE TICKETS CLICK THE LINK BELOW https://my.onecause.com/ IG @dunkms IG @blakearnet How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG https://www.in…
…
continue reading
1
MS Awareness Month, SINGLE launch and pure utter EXHAUSTION
24:21
24:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
24:21
For more details on anything MS411 click the link below https://ahotms.com/ms411 AND if you'd like to see what we are doing with the National MS Society head over for all the deets! https://events.nationalmssociety.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=438416 How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website htt…
…
continue reading
1
How Mary Helps Kids (and Parents) Manage Anxiety
40:07
40:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:07
If your child struggles with anxiety, you know the balancing act between helping them feel safe and helping them become more resilient. Dr. Mary Wilde is here to help. In this episode she explains what anxiety is and teaches us how to focus on building our kids' (and our own) resources rather than putting our energy into minimizing risk. Dr. Mary W…
…
continue reading
Do your kids have good manners? What does that even mean? Today we talk to Brooke Romney, author of 52 Modern Manners for Today’s Teens, Volumes 1 and 2, and 52 Modern Manners for Kids. We discuss this idea of manners and how we can teach our kids social skills that will help them connect with other people and become more confident. You can find mo…
…
continue reading
Whitney interviews moms from the village that helped raise her. They talk about friendship, the work that goes into building it, and some of their kids' shenanigans.
…
continue reading
This summer I fell 30 feet in a rock climbing accident. Here's my story.
…
continue reading
1
What is CRAPPENING with our MS? With THE MS GUIDE
1:00:20
1:00:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:20
Dominic Shadbolt- dx 1993 Multiple Sclerosis www.themsguide.com IG @themsguide For more information about what Octave is doing - biomarker blood test- visit https://www.octavebio.com/ and click the GET IN TOUCH button to see if the test is available near you. How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG https…
…
continue reading
1
When life throws you OFF A CLIFF with Jami Norris
1:13:23
1:13:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:13:23
I hope you got as much out of this episode as I did! Words of wisdom from a very wise chronic illness warrior. Filling your cup one great conversation at a time. BOOM! Being transparent gives us the opportunity to find like minded people and helps us build our tribe! Connect with Jami on IG @dreadfulkittin (She accepts ALL the DM’s of connecting wi…
…
continue reading
1
Open your HEART and your MIND with Brooke Slick
1:09:54
1:09:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:54
If listening to this woman doesn't teach you something... Truly grateful to call this warrior friend. From trigeminal neuralgia, to HSCT, we're going deep with some honest conversation. To connect with Brook direct message her on Instagram- @brooke.slick How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG https://ww…
…
continue reading
1
You don't realize how STRONG YOU ARE until you HAVE TO BE with Adam Powell
1:01:07
1:01:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:01:07
I think I say this about most episodes, but this one! Has to be one of my most favorite conversations since I started this Podcast! Maybe it was being in person with Adam in the comfort of my studio or maybe it was the fact I'm pretty sure we SHARE A BRAIN. THIS one...what a pod for the books! Get in touch with Adam Powell on FB or IG @msd_with_the…
…
continue reading
1
Setting BOUNDARIES and embracing your REALITY with Jenna Green
1:12:59
1:12:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:59
I feel like this conversation should have happened years ago as Jenna and I have been beyond close since MS blessed us with friendship back in 2019. But I'm so excited that wea re finally able to share our views and conversation with you all! If you are interested in connecting with Jenna please drop her a line on the gram (yes I just said that) @t…
…
continue reading
Screentime is a struggle--setting boundaries, resetting those boundaries, keeping kids safe, teaching them how to be intentional about tech. In this episode Whitney shares some of the ups and downs of screentime experiments in her own family. For more episodes about managing screentime, check out the rest of the series: 68: How Andrea Davis Manages…
…
continue reading
1
INTREPIDITY MASTER Lyndsay Watterson CEO & founder of NEO WALK
46:55
46:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:55
"Lyndsay’s mission at Neo Walk is to see disability normalised and for designers to embrace our needs in mainstream products. We want to see our community represented in the media, tv and film industry. Lyndsay is passionate about inclusion and wants to use her success to shout it from the rooftops. Neo Walk will continue to innovate and create bea…
…
continue reading
I remember my diagnosis period of "you have multiple sclerosis" so vividly because I wanted to be hyper aware of everything I was feeling in hopes of turning those emotions into something constructive years to come. I wanted to so closely observe everything that was going on to have edge an over my new reality. Observation, I believe is the key to …
…
continue reading
1
How Jessica Goes from Surviving to Thriving
50:17
50:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:17
Jessica Jackson’s framework for transitioning from surviving to thriving might just transform your whole way of looking at motherhood and life (because survival mode isn’t exclusive to motherhood). Best of all, Jessica has given me words to describe the transition from survival mode to re-entry to normalizing to exploring to thriving and even soari…
…
continue reading
1
When CANCER doesn't stop you with Sabrina Skiles
48:36
48:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:36
One would think a diagnosis of breast cancer when you're in your 30's is enough to make life stop and catapult you into a horrible, dark and daunting emotional place. While of course there's so much that goes into not just a cancer diagnosis but SURVIVING it, Sabrina is proof that you can take something horrible and turn it into something powerful …
…
continue reading
1
How Hillary Creates Healthy Screen Habits
46:56
46:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:56
Hillary Wilkinson, one of the founders of Healthy Screen Habits tells the story about how she helped start this organization, shares research about kids and screens, walks us through some safeguards we can put in place, shares some great ways we can connect with our kids through tech, and teaches us some healthy screen habits.…
…
continue reading
Seven ways to create a healthy digital culture and connect with your kids. Featuring advice from seven different tech-savvy moms: Andrea Davis, betterscreentime.com Hillary Wilkinson, healthyscreenhabits.com Catherine Pearlman, thefamilycoach.com Jen Brimhall, raisethegood.com Alex Fales, mindfulwithmedia.com Kailan Carr, quietbookqueen.com Chanell…
…
continue reading
1
Honing your GODDESS with the unstoppable Angela Rockwood
1:02:20
1:02:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:20
THIS CHAT! Woah, I am still blown away from every piece of power this conversation unveiled. After a car accident left Angela paralyzed from the neck down, she offered thanks to still being alive, adjusted to her new reality and took life by the reins. Having been in the modeling industry prior to her accident, she was dead set on continuing her ca…
…
continue reading
1
Authenticity is CONTAGIOUS- with Author, Advocate and Lawyer Neal Goldstein
41:23
41:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:23
THRILLED to have been able to chat this week with author, advocate and lawyer Neal Goldstein. From watching his Mother battle MS for years to later writing his book "Who's In The Waiting Room?", this conversation is one to hang onto! “Who’s In The Waiting Room?” #1 Bestseller Communications Law #1 New Release Multiple Sclerosis, Jewish Life & Commu…
…
continue reading
In which we talk about all the expectations in the winter season, plus parenting expectations in general. I also talk about some of the experiments going on here in the Archibald home from family discussions to chores to Christmas gifts, plus a new podcasting adventure for me.
…
continue reading
1
Turning symptoms into SUPERPOWERS with The MS Stage
39:14
39:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:14
THIS CHAT! (Mind blown) and I know you will all love it as much as we loved creating it! Megan Evans - Founder and Coach of “THE MS STAGE”- Empowering women with MS to turn their symptoms into superpowers! Website: www.themsstage.com Free 3-day Meditation Journey:https://www.themsstage.com/3day-meditation-journey Free Mini Course: https://www.thems…
…
continue reading
1
The good, the bad and the FUGLY with Guest Artist Brandi
44:04
44:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:04
MS can go along with many different walks of life, including the life of an artist like Brandi. I really loved this chat because there’s something about chatting with another like minded creative brained advocate that just really sparks inspiration. Chatting about the reality of lost hand use and how to get adaptive to continue doing the things we …
…
continue reading
1
When life hands you LEMONS- with Guest MS.NET writer Devin Garlit
37:16
37:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:16
Super excited to share this conversation with you! Multiplesclerosis.net writer, MS bada$$ and advocate Devin Garlit and I go full reality with diagnosis, career changes and all things MS. I’ve read countless pieces written by Devin from Multiplesclerosis.net and have never been disappointed. He has an authentically honest voice in his writing whil…
…
continue reading
1
How Christina Builds Friendship and Community
36:14
36:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:14
Christina Acosta shares practical tips for building friendships, from analyzing and repairing past friendships to going deep and getting beyond surface relationships. Christina is the founder of Growing Up Gorgeous, a community for black women of faith.
…
continue reading
Ideas for making time to connect with friends and organizing gatherings, from one-on-one activities to small groups, to parties and even traveling with friends.
…
continue reading
You've been asking and now we are giving! 4 years of marriage and 6 years together has taught us alot about managing disability in a marriage and we want to share with YOU! We would love to hear your feedback and of course, our doors are always open to discuss anything with you. So don't be shy to reach out to us! We hope you enjoy this one. We had…
…
continue reading
Twelve tips about making new friends from seven different moms.By Whitney Archibald
…
continue reading
1
Getting REAL with special guest Kathy Chester @msdisrupted
51:57
51:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:57
I am wicked excited for you to hear this weeks Pod with a very special guest and dear friend of mine Kathy Chester @msdisrupted, as we chat motivation, the reality of MS, MS & marriage, boundaries and more. Kathy Chester runs her own gym MS DISRUPTED and even does 1 on 1 coaching sessions. Check her out at www.msdistrupted.com specializing in Autoi…
…
continue reading
Getting to connect with so many of you is my WHY behind what I do in the MS space. If you've ever DM'd me, then you know I like to respond, usually with a silly video or something because why the heck not?! I wanted to showcase a few questions that recently were sent to me. MS can suck...a lot of the time. So I hope my replies ring true to many of …
…
continue reading
While letting you guys in on a sneak peek of how A HOT MS has even come to be, I wanted to touch on the theory around "What we want to be in life" compared to the "WHO we want to be". From your tattooed crazy relentless pioneer of PERSPECTIVE, I truly hope this pod in particular offers some insight. Nothing is for nothing. Everything holds a purpos…
…
continue reading
1
Changing the STIGMA of what DISABILITY looks like
17:20
17:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:20
I think the title speaks for itsself for this segment. Let's recreate our thinking surrounding disability! How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG https://www.instagram.com/ahotms FB https://www.facebook.com/ahotms TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ahotms YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzFblCvuTn8…
…
continue reading
We know Fear is HANGRY and wants all the things shoved into it's mouth. Well PAIN is Fear's annoying cousin. Pain also gets greedy and wants a seat at the table. You can wave hello to pain without inviting it in for charcuterie and drinks. I wanted to keep this perspective chat nice, easy and short. I hope you take something away from it. How to Co…
…
continue reading
You can't spend life constantly looking over your shoulder at the old version of yourself PREdiagnosis. The "ORIGINAL" version of yourself may not be your present version but we can always learn something from the original and carry it INTO our present. "Nuts" taught me alot about comparing myself now to the original version of myself. I really thi…
…
continue reading
Preparing yourself to combat the challanges of chronic illness or disability doesn't come with a "How To" guide. Although this would be pretty amazing if it did. We figure out what works for us in the process. We find ways of "dealing" with sudden changes in our condition. I personally have found some symptoms of MS to honestly be pretty amazing. (…
…
continue reading
1
East Coast Italians & MS- with Guest Julie Stamm
45:02
45:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
45:02
What a chat! So grateful to have had such a powerful discussion on all things "MS" with Multiple Sclerosis Advocate, Author and Mother, Julie Stamm. From creating a narrative with your children about disability, to discussing treatments, solid support systems and how Julie has found ways to educate and empower children with confidence and awareness…
…
continue reading
Self acceptance isn't easy. Not to mention accepting our new selves with a disability. I hope this episode brings some clarity for you to pin point what steps you can take to really embrace yourself and revel in your present. Quit trash talking yourself! How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG https://ww…
…
continue reading
1
110 How Katherine Works: Slaying Dragons and Prioritizing Impact
29:46
29:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:46
Katherine Wintsch struggled with self-doubt and perfectionism for years—even while outwardly achieving all her goals as a successful advertising executive. Then she decided to confront and slay those dragons of fear and doubt, rethink her priorities, and start her own company, where she could redefine work-life culture.…
…
continue reading
Solo chat about the connection between disability and the shame that often comes with it. It's common to want to fit inside the box. The box is safe and comfortable. But what are we gaining in terms of growth by stifling ourselves by the expectations of others? We can't grow by staying in one place, yet are afraid of stepping outside the box. By de…
…
continue reading
Fear is HANRGY. So starve it, instead of serving it a Big Mac. Fear is only as powerful as the recognition you provide it. I wanted to give the listener a walk through my diagnostic process of Multiple Sclerosis. Saying it was hard is an understatement but by not allowing fear to rule the roost, I was able to approach my diagnosis with TRUST. I hop…
…
continue reading
In which I discuss some of the fall experiments that have been working for us as we drive kids from one activity to another. I'll talk about our big push to improve hygiene and sleep habits, our holiday experiments, and then update you on some plans for How She Moms and other related projects.
…
continue reading
Episode #1 is jumping head first into the topic surrounding FEAR & Embracing the SUCK, while sprinkling in an intro of who your host is and why I do what I do. We love to praise ourselves for the victories but the disasters are jealous and they want some attention! How to Connect with A HOT MS: Email connect@ahotms.com Website https://ahotms.com IG…
…
continue reading
1
108 How Kathryn Collects Drops of Awesome
35:17
35:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:17
Kathryn Thompson was having a great day--just killing it. But then self-doubt tried to creep it's way in. Right then and there, she stopped those thoughts and started a new practice--collecting drops of awesome, little successes that add up to a full bucket of awesomeness. She tells her story and other practices that help her keep self-doubt at bay…
…
continue reading
1
107 How Catherine Teaches Kids To Manage Technology
32:30
32:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:30
Dr. Catherine Pearlman, author of the fabulous book, First Phone, talks about how we can empower kids to make good choices about how they use technology. For more resources from Catherine, go to thefamilycoach.com
…
continue reading
1
106 How Gini Saved Her Relationship with Her Struggling Teen
32:07
32:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:07
Gini Ewart's teenage daughter was getting in some serious trouble. Just when Gini thought she had tried everything, she learned some key principles that transformed her relationship with her daughter.
…
continue reading
Fourteen tactics for connecting with teens, from ten different moms.
…
continue reading
1
104 How Ellen Pioneered In Vitro Fertilization
50:19
50:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:19
In 1983, Ellen Weir Casey delivered the first "test-tube baby" born in Colorado,paving the way for the more than 8 million in vitro babies that have been born since--including my own miracle baby. She tells her amazing story on the podcast today.
…
continue reading
My kids help me evaluate all of our summer experiments, from jobs to swimming to family reunions and lots of bravery.
…
continue reading
1
102 How Camille Connects with Teens
1:04:46
1:04:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:04:46
Teenagers are people too! Camille Ward, co-host of the Family Looking Up Podcast, shares her connection-first approach to parenting teenagers, while still setting boundaries and preparing them to go out into the world.
…
continue reading
Mary Van Geffen is spicy. Which is why she's made it her mission as a parenting coach to help parents understand their own spicy children. In this episode, Mary teaches how to manage our own reactions as we parent these amazing kids. Get Mary's guide to Finding Your Calm here: https://maryvangeffen.ck.page/42c9542683…
…
continue reading